Why Do Kids Need Superheroes?

What is it about comic-book heroes that inspires and thrills kids? Is their fascination a good thing? Yes, says Marvel Comics’ Editor-in-Chief Alex Alonso – but with it comes a responsibility. He says his superheroes teach morals and courage.

Here I come to save the day!

Recently USA Today called Alonso “The Main Man at Marvel Comics.” He began his career as a journalist and magazine writer before joining the comics industry in 1994. In 2000 he came to Marvel with a mandate to reinvigorate the Spider-Man franchise – which he accomplished. Now as Editor in Chief, he’s in charge of every superhero comic published by Marvel – The Avengers, Iron Man, Captain America, Guardians of the Galaxy, Spider-Man, and more. The stories he publishes in comic book form influence immeasurably the films kids eventually see in theatres.